Dre Kirkpatrick was a standout player while at Alabama, and was a key piece within the Cincinnati Bengals secondary after being drafted in the first round of the 2012 NFL draft.
The 30-year old Alabama native was cut by the Bengals after the 2019 season, spending eight years with the franchise. His injuries and age were possible causes for concern by the Bengals front office.
Let’s explore some options for Dre Kirkpatrick and see which teams might benefit from picking up the veteran.
5. Miami Dolphins
The Dolphins are in the later phases of an all-out rebuild. Their secondary was a focal point which now consists of cornerbacks Xavien Howard and Byron Jones and safeties Bobby McCain and Eric Rowe.
While it may seem that there is no room for Kirkpatrick, it’s important to remember that he will likely be serving a supporting role in any secondary he joins. Utilizing him in rotation with Jones and Howard could give Miami some stability and comfort if their stars are unable to be on the field.